Dry Eye and Sleep Quality: How Are They Connected?
If you suffer from dry eye, you may also be struggling with poor sleep quality. A recent meta-analysis involving over 419,000 participants revealed that individuals with dry eye tend to experience worse sleep than those without the condition. They report longer time to fall asleep, lower overall sleep quality, and a higher likelihood of unhealthy sleep durations, such as insufficient or excessive sleep. These findings suggest that the discomfort of dry eye, like incomplete eyelid closure or irritation, may be linked to restless nights.